1986 Ford Escort vs. 1988 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1988 Opel Kadett is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Kadett (81 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Opel Kadett (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Escort | 1988 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Escort | Kadett |
Year Released | 1986 | 1988 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |